Certain tribute is a phrase that refers to a special honor or recognition given to someone. The two words that make up this phrase are ROAST and ODE. A ROAST is a humorous speech or written work that pokes fun at a person, usually in a good-natured way. An ODE is a poem or song that praises or honors a person, place, or thing. Together, these two words form a phrase that describes a special tribute given to someone.